Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 198

“Fine.” Sherilyn glanced at the receptionist, who promptly stepped aside, giving them space to talk comfortably. “Go on. spill it.”

“You’re out of the loop, aren’t you?” Caroline still wore that smug smile.

“Out of the loop about what?” Sherilyn had enough of Caroline’s half–told truths. “If you’re going to say something, out with it. What, got a frog in your throat?”

“You…” Caroline paused, her face turning a shade of displeasure, “Crass! I know you’re smug now. Gilbert got you into Daphne’s dance troupe. You must think he’s fond of you, huh?”

Sherilyn didn’t bite. “What’s your point?”

“Hmph.” Caroline scoffed, a sneer curling her lips. “Ever wondered why Gilbert, who has always disliked you, suddenly turned so caring?”

That question silenced Sherilyn. It had puzzled her, too, something she couldn’t wrap her head around. Did Caroline know something?

“I do know.” Caroline seemed to read Sherilyn’s mind, lifting her chin in

arrogance.

It’s because Francis

her body trembling as if refusing to believe, “You mean… for real?

slightly, her eyes reddening

“Francis has awakened.”

you…” Caroline composed herself, looking coldly at Sherilyn. “Don’t you get it? Gilbert wasn’t nice to you before or after, but now, he showers you with attention and makes big plans for your future. Why do you think that is?”

Indeed, why?

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eyes. She felt enlightened!

“Why did Sylvia insist Gilbert marry you, and why did

Back then…

to let go of his feelings. At the time, Francis was awake. So,

figured out, haven’t you?” Caroline watched Sherilyn, a smug satisfaction evident, “Honestly, I feel sorry for you. That’s why I

this.”

Caroline say she felt sorry

clear that Caroline was trying to sow discord. But the